MD
MONTGOMERY
BETHESDA
20817
7215 HELMSDALE ROAD
7215 HELMSDALE ROAD, BETHESDA, MD 20817
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
19
$1,499,999

Home Details for 7215 HELMSDALE ROAD

Price
$1,499,999
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3.0
Square feet
3516
Year built
1965
Lot size acres
0.57
County
MONTGOMERY
Garage
2
Days on site
0
MLS Listing#
MDMC2219864
Property Description

7215 Helmsdale Road presents a rare opportunity to steward a home lovingly cared for by its original owner since it was built in 1965. This timeless center-hall Georgian Colonial has quietly anchored its prominent corner setting along Helmsdale Road for nearly six decades, a property defined as much by its exceptional lot and location as by the home itself. Set on over half an acre, this corner parcel offers a winning combination: space, privacy, and presence. The property unfolds with a sense of openness that immediately distinguishes it, offering endless possibilities for gardens, outdoor entertaining, and future expansion whether thoughtfully within the existing envelope or beyond - all while maintaining the gracious arrival that begins at the welcoming front portico. Inside the front door, the impressive center entry hall sets the tone with memorable scale and natural flow connecting the principal rooms. Classic spaces for both living and entertaining are beautifully proportioned and exceptionally sized, creating a home that lives as comfortably day-to-day as it does when hosting. The kitchen, preserved in near-original condition, carries a story all its own. Long the heart of the home, it has been the setting for decades of cooking, gathering, and creativity - shaped by a celebrated longtime New York Times food columnist and cookbook author. It’s the kind of kitchen that feels steeped in tradition: a place where recipes were tested, notes were made, and meals were shared, with memories as wonderful as the dishes created here. Just off the kitchen, an oversized attached two-car garage offers practical ease, excellent storage, and everyday convenience. Upstairs, the private quarters are thoughtfully arranged. The sprawling primary suite is set apart with windows on three sides, dual walk-in closets, and a windowed en-suite bath. Three additional well-proportioned bedrooms are served by a hall bath featuring a double vanity and separate water closet. In total, the home offers four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms - anchored by one of the most enduringly desirable layouts in residential architecture: the classic center-hall plan. For those seeking immediate enjoyment, the home remains comfortable and livable as it stands. For others, it presents an exceptional canvas ready to be thoughtfully reimagined, now or over time with ample room to grow should a future expansion be desired. What makes 7215 Helmsdale particularly compelling is how effortlessly it blends space and convenience. Bannockburn has long been sought after for offering a true “town and country” lifestyle, - leafy streets, generous homesites, and a sense of retreat - all while remaining remarkably connected. Downtown Bethesda and Potomac can be easily accessed and the ever scenic Clara Barton Parkway offers direct access to Washington - seamless connectivity while preserving the tranquility of the neighborhood. Within this established and enduring community, properties with this combination of provenance, setting, and potential are increasingly rare. 7215 Helmsdale stands ready for its next chapter whether preserved, enhanced, or reimagined - continuing the legacy of a home that has been cherished since the day it was built.

Property Features
  • Cooling Information
    • Other
    • Electric
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
    • Forced Air
  • Parking
    • Garage
    • Attached
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • Garage
    • 1
Listing Courtesy: Washington Fine Properties, LLC - 202-944-5000
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Last Updated: 2026-03-05 16:32:58
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